— Introductory Kayak Trips 2008 —

If you would like a one-day introduction to sea kayaking, our Level 1 Kayak Trips cover most of the skills introduced in the Introduction to Kayaking series while taking time to enjoy a day along the prettiest sections of the Massachusetts coast.

You'll learn efficient paddling technique, the necessary strokes to maneuver your kayak in any direction, and advanced techniques such as bracing to prevent a capsize. Particular emphasis will also be placed on safety issues such as trip selection and practicing both self- and assisted rescues and re-entries.

If you plan to become a sea kayaker, this trip serves as excellent preparation for one of our Level 2 Day Trips or Ocean Skills Clinics. Otherwise, it's a great way to learn basic and advanced skills in a beautiful setting.

All introductory trips run from 8am to 5pm and depart from our Newton Boathouse. PFD, paddle, wetsuit, and paddling jacket rentals are included in the price of the trip. Bring a hearty lunch, and dress for the weather! Trips always run unless the weather is extreme; alternate plans will usually be arranged. Please call us at (617) 965-5110 if you have questions.

$119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
$135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).

JUNE
2008
DESTINATION DIFFICULTY
RATING
DEPARTS
NEWTON
Sat. 7 Marblehead Harbor Intro 8am
Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Marblehead. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
$119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
$135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
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    Sat. 14 Cohasset Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Cohasset. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now
    Sun. 22 Marblehead Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Marblehead. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now
    Sun. 29 Cohasset Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Cohasset. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now


    JULY
    2008
    DESTINATION DIFFICULTY
    RATING
    DEPARTS
    NEWTON
    Sun. 13 Cohasset Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Cohasset. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now
    Sun. 20 Marblehead Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Marblehead. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now


    AUG
    2008
    DESTINATION DIFFICULTY
    RATING
    DEPARTS
    NEWTON
    Sun. 10 Hingham Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Hingham. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now
    Sun. 17 Marblehead Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Marblehead. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now
    Sat. 23 Cohasset Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Cohasset. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now


    SEPT
    2008
    DESTINATION DIFFICULTY
    RATING
    DEPARTS
    NEWTON
    Sun. 7 Hingham Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Hingham. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now


    OCT
    2008
    DESTINATION DIFFICULTY
    RATING
    DEPARTS
    NEWTON
    Sat. 4 Cohasset Harbor Intro 8am
    Full-Day Introductory Kayak Trip meets at our Newton Boathouse and travels by van to Cohasset. We plan to return to Newton approximately 9 hours after the trip departs.
    $119 includes full-day trip with expert guiding using your own boat.
    $135 with a composite or plastic sea kayak (model depends on availability).
    This trip has no pre-requisites and is open to adult kayakers of all levels.
    Registration & Cancellation Policies for Classes, Trips, and Tours
  • Full payment is due upon registration for a class, clinic, tour, or trip.
  • For cancellations received 7 days or more before your scheduled activity, we will issue a refund less a 10% registration fee.
  • For cancellations received less than 7 days before your scheduled activity, we are unable to offer any refunds.
  • Participants in all activities will be required to sign a waiver of liability. To save time, you can download this waiver and bring it with you.
  • Classes, clinics, and trips always run unless the weather is extreme.
  • A minimum number of registrants is required for any event to run. If we cancel a trip due to low enrollment, we will provide a full refund.
  • Book Now


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